2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
